After spending 23 months in prison, Kim Morris, 47, is now an aspiring entrepreneur. With the challenge of having a criminal record, many women struggle to find work. With the help of companies such as Defy Ventures, people like Morris are given the opportunity to pursue a meaningful career. She speaks about her experience in prison, what life was like after being released, and her cleaning service start-up business.

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